Verdict
These are radically different answers to a fast-car brief. The Denza Z9 GT costs RM368,690, RM31,210 less than the Honda Civic Type R, yet delivers 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and a 2.7-second 0-100 km/h time. It is also a far larger five-seat wagon with a 495-litre boot. The Civic counters with a 272-km/h top speed, 6-speed manual and 1,472 kg less mass, while its RM378 annual road tax is dramatically easier to live with than the Denza’s RM9,140 bill. For Malaysian daily use, the Denza’s 600-km EV range and rear-seat luxury make the stronger case; for a manual-driver experience, the Honda is the clear choice.
Pick the Denza Z9 GT if you want explosive 2.7-second EV performance, five-seat wagon practicality and rear-seat comfort for RM31,210 less.
Pick the Honda Civic Type R if you want a 6-speed manual, a 272-km/h top speed and annual road tax of just RM378.
Key differences
- Price: Denza Z9 GT RM368,690; Honda Civic Type R RM399,900.
- Power and torque: Denza Z9 GT has 1,140 hp and 1,210 Nm; Civic Type R has 315 hp and 420 Nm.
- 0-100 km/h: Denza Z9 GT 2.7 seconds; Civic Type R 5.5 seconds.
- Annual road tax: Denza Z9 GT RM9,140; Civic Type R RM378.
- Kerb weight: Denza Z9 GT 2,895 kg; Civic Type R 1,423 kg.
- Boot space and seating: Denza Z9 GT 495 litres and five seats; Civic Type R 410 litres and four seats.
Z9 GT
- 1,140 hp, 1,210 Nm and 2.7-second 0-100 km/h pace.
- 600-km EV range from a 122.49-kWh battery.
- Five seats, 495-litre boot, air suspension and powered ventilated massage front seats.
- RM9,140 annual road tax versus the Civic Type R's RM378.
- At 2,895 kg, it is 1,472 kg heavier than the Civic Type R.
- 240-km/h top speed is 32 km/h below the Civic Type R's 272 km/h.
Civic Type R
- Six-speed manual transmission and 272-km/h top speed.
- RM378 annual road tax, RM8,762 lower than the Denza Z9 GT's.
- At 1,423 kg, it is 1,472 kg lighter than the Denza Z9 GT.
- Costs RM31,210 more despite 315 hp and a 5.5-second 0-100 km/h time.
- Four seats and a 410-litre boot trail the Denza's five seats and 495 litres.
- No rear air-conditioning, sunroof or powered front seats with ventilation, memory and massage.
| Price & overview | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price | RM368,690✓ | RM399,900 |
| Body type | Wagon | Hatchback |
| Segment | Executive | C-Segment |
| Assembly | CBU | CBU |
| Ownership | ||
| Road tax / year | RM9,140 | RM378✓ |
| Powertrain | ||
| Engine Tech | — | 16-valve DOHC, Turbocharged with Direct Injection and Variable Valve Timing and Lift |
| Capacity | — | 1,996 cc |
| Horsepower | — | 315 hp |
| Torque | — | 420 Nm |
| Fuel | Electric | Petrol |
| Bore | — | 86 mm |
| Compression Ratio | — | 9.8 |
| Number of Motors | 3 | — |
| Motor Horsepower | 1,140 hp | — |
| Motor Torque | 1,210 Nm | — |
| Battery Capacity | 122.49 kWh | — |
| EV Range | 600 km | — |
| Charging Rate (AC) | 11 kW | — |
| Charging Rate (DC) | 1,500 kW | — |
| V2L | 4 kW | — |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | Single Ratio Automatic | Manual |
| Transmission Name | — | 6-speed Manual |
| Gears | — | 6 |
| Transmission Manufacturer | — | Honda |
| Driveline | All Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Performance & Efficiency | ||
| 0-100 km/h | 2.7 seconds✓ | 5.5 seconds |
| Top Speed | 240 km/h | 272 km/h✓ |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 5,180 mm | 4,593 mm |
| Width | 1,990 mm | 1,890 mm |
| Height | 1,490 mm | 1,407 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,125 mm | 2,734 mm |
| Weight | 2,895 kg | 1,423 kg |
| Fuel Tank | — | 47 litres |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Boot Space | 495 litres✓ | 410 litres |
| Front Tyre | 225/45R20 | 265/30R19 |
| Rear Tyre | 225/45R20 | 265/30R19 |
| Spare Tyre | — | Tyre Repair Kit |
| Factory Tyres | Continental EcoContact 7 | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S |
| Chassis | ||
| Assembly | China (CBU) | Japan (CBU) |
| Front Suspension | Double Wishbones with Air Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link with Air Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Front Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Rear Wheels | 20" Y-spoke Alloys | 19" Alloy |
| Steering | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) | Rack and Pinion (Electric Power Steering) |
| Chassis Notes | DiSus-A Intelligent Dual Chamber Air Suspension | Adaptive Dampers |
| Crash Safety Ratings | ||
| EuroNCAP | — | 5 stars |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | Driver and Front Passenger, Front and Rear Side Airbags, Curtain Airbags, Front Centre Airbag | Driver and Passenger, Front Side, Curtain |
| ABS/EBD | ✓ | ✓ |
| Stability Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Alarm | ✓ | ✓ |
| Immobilizer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Airbag Disable Function | ✓ | ✓ |
| Child Safety Lock | Electric for Rear Doors | Manual for Rear Doors |
| Seat Belts | 5 Three-point | 4 Three-point |
| Blind Spot Info System | ✓ | ✓ |
| ISOFIX | Available on Outer Two Rear Seats | Available for 2 Outer Rear Seats |
| Autonomous Braking System | Yes | Yes, Honda Sensing |
| Lane-keeping Assist | Steering Correction | Steering Correction |
| Collision Warning | ✓ | ✓ |
| Seatbelt Reminder | All Seats | All Seats |
| Lighting | ||
| Headlamps | LED Projectors | LED Reflector with Auto High Beam |
| Taillamps | Full LED | LED Combination |
| LED Daytime Running Lights | ✓ | ✓ |
| Rear Foglamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Wing Mirror Turn Indicators | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cabin | ||
| Front Seats | Powered Front Seats with Ventilation, Memory and Massaging | Manual Adjustable, Driver's Seat Height Adjustable |
| Rear Seats | Powered Rear Seats with Extendable Leg Rests | 60:40 Split-folding |
| Front Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | Dual-zone Automatic Climate |
| Rear Air-con | Dual-zone Automatic Climate Control | — |
| Sunroof | Panoramic Sunroof | — |
| Power Sockets | 1 Front, 2 USB Front, 2 Wireless Charger Front, 1 Wireless Chargers Rear, 2 USB Rear | 1 Front, 2 Front USB-A |
| Interior Lighting | Map Lights, Ambient Lighting | Map Lights and Ambient Lights |
| Cup Holders | 2 Front, 2 Rear | 2 Front, 2 Rear |
| Sun Shade | Sunroof Shade | — |
| Audio | 17.3" Touchscreen with Google Automotive Services Built-in, Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, 20-speaker Devialet Sound System, 13.2" Front Passenger Touchscreen | 9.0" Advanced Display Audio Touchscreen with 8 Speakers, Wired Android Auto, Wired and Wireless Apple CarPlay |
| Convenience | ||
| Power Windows | Four Windows, Auto Up and Down with Anti Pinch | Four Windows, Driver's and Front Passenger's Side Auto Up and Down with Anti-Pinch |
| Engine Start | Keyless Push Button | Keyless Push Button |
| Locks | Keyless Operation | Keyless Operation with Walk-away Auto Lock |
| Auto Headlamps | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Wipers | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control | Adaptive Cruise Control with Low Speed Follow |
| Steering Audio Control | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Steering Telescopic | ✓ | ✓ |
| Electric Steering Adjustment | ✓ | — |
| Boot Operation | Powered Boot | Remote Control Activation |
| Parking Sensor Front | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Parking Sensor Rear | 6 Sensors | 4 Sensors |
| Reverse Camera | Yes, 360-degree Camera | Yes, with Multi-angle |
| Auto Parking | Yes, e3 Parking | — |
| Folding Wing Mirrors | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Navigation | ✓ | — |
| Head-up Display | ✓ | — |
| Power Door | All Doors | — |
| Hill Start Assist | ✓ | ✓ |
| Instrument Cluster | Full LCD Monitor | Full LCD Monitor |
| Parking Brake | Electronic | Electronic |
| Convenience Notes | Front and Rear Fridges | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty Mileage Manufacturer | 150,000 km | — |
| Warranty Manufacturer | 6 years✓ | 5 years |
| Warranty Notes | 8-years/160,000 km Drivetrain and High Voltage Battery Warranty | — |
Specs shown for the selected variant of each car. ✓ marks the better figure where lower/higher is objectively better. Road tax: West Malaysia, private registration.
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Z9 GT vs Civic Type R FAQ
Is the Denza Z9 GT or Honda Civic Type R better?
The Denza Z9 GT is better for outright acceleration, space and luxury equipment: 1,140 hp, 2.7 seconds to 100 km/h, five seats and a 495-litre boot. The Civic Type R is better if a 6-speed manual, lower weight and RM378 road tax matter most.
What is the price difference?
The Denza Z9 GT is RM31,210 cheaper, at RM368,690 versus RM399,900 for the Honda Civic Type R.
Which costs less to tax each year?
The Honda Civic Type R costs far less to tax annually at RM378. The Denza Z9 GT is RM9,140 per year, a difference of RM8,762.
